Employers have a legal responsibility to ensure that their staff know where asbestos and related materials are likely to be found, how to avoid the risk of exposure and to provide the necessary protective equipment to keep them safe.

This high-quality Asbestos Awareness training course teaches you all you need to know about basic asbestos awareness in a concise online training format.

Asbestos is the name given to a group of natural minerals which have been used for centuries. Valued for its durability and heat resistance, asbestos was often used as insulation in buildings, as flooring and roofing, and sprayed onto ceilings and walls. However, when broken down into tiny fibres and breathed in, asbestos turns into a hazardous material which can lead to a host of life-threatening diseases – including asbestosis, pleural thickening, mesothelioma, and lung cancer. This is why awareness training is so important.

When was Asbestos banned in the UK?

In 1999, Asbestos was fully banned from use in the UK. However, despite this, it’s still responsible for over 5000 deaths every year. Many buildings constructed before the year 2000 may still have asbestos in them, meaning that it’s absolutely crucial that anyone who might be exposed – such as carpenters, plumbers, electricians, painters, and builders – must have asbestos awareness training.

This Asbestos Awareness training provides you with everything you need to know about the basics of asbestos safety awareness, and it does so in a concise, easily understood, and engaging format. However, please note – only HSE licensed contractors can test for and remove asbestos! Whilst you can’t remove asbestos yourself, education around it can be life saving by taking into account asbestos risk management and awareness training.

Learning Outcomes

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  Learn about what the law says about asbestos
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  Learn about what you should do if you disturb small and/or large amounts or asbestos
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  Understand the steps to take to reduce and remove the risks at work

Here’s how it works – 3 simple steps to Health & Safety peace of mind.